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Tom Yam Kung (Hot and Sour Shrimp Soup)

Method

Use the medium heat to bring the stock to boil. Add lime leaves, galangal, fish sauce, lemon grass and shallots, then the mushrooms and chili peppers (if used). Let the stock simmer for at least 2 minutes or until fragrant. Add the shrimps and cook until the shrimps, and cook until the shrimps turn pink, opaque and firm. The should be done within a minute. Set aside. Put 1-2 teaspoons of lime bowl. Pour the soup into the bowl, stir and garnish with cilantro leaves.